Supervisor I, Manufacturing

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit

Position Summary

• Coordinates the day-to-day activities of a team of production employees to ensure manufacturing operations run according to established production specifications, schedules, volume, cost, waste, and quality standards.
• Monitors production volume and quality of output; adjusts tasks, timing, equipment setup, or inputs to ensure targets are met and resources are used efficiently.
• Supervises staff to ensure all production tasks are performed safely and that machines and equipment are operated in accordance with safety standards.
• Trains new employees on company procedures, operating standards, and safety practices.
• Responsible for shift-level safety, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepares production reports to identify performance issues and support resolution.
• Responsible for personnel actions, including (but not limited to) hiring, performance management, and termination.

The functions listed above are not exhaustive and may include other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift 2-11pm

General Responsibilities
All employees are responsible for taking reasonable care of their own health and safety, as well as that of others in the workplace.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Demonstrates working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures within the manufacturing environment
• Applies standard theories, principles, and concepts to recommend solutions and actions
• Provides direct supervision to a team, including task assignment and performance monitoring
• Accountable for workforce scheduling, performance management, and input into hiring decisions
• Exercises sound judgment in resolving day-to-day operational issues
• Regular interaction with supervisors, leads, team members, and peers
• Occasional interaction with external contractors or vendors

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1+ years of related experience

Preferred

• Applicable industry or professional certification

Additional Information (Other Duties)
The responsibilities outlined above represent the general scope of the position. To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Requirements represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the role. Management reserves the right to modify duties as needed to accommodate business needs or reasonable accommodations.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:

• Perform light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and negligible force constantly

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, and Reaching

• Occasionally: Reaching (upward/downward), pushing/pulling
• Frequently: Standing, sitting, visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses)

Activities

• Occasionally: Reaching, pushing/pulling
• Frequently: Hearing (including environments requiring hearing protection), sitting, standing, talking, walking, and visual perception (depth, color, peripheral vision)

Work Environment & Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Noise Level: Moderate
• Environment: Combination of office and production/manufacturing settings
• Exposure:
  • Frequent proximity to moving machinery
  • Possible exposure to chemicals or manufacturing materials

Salary Range: $69,279 - $86,598

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at .

Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here .